Storytimes near CLEARING BRANCH

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Join us for story time especially for our littlest patrons! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.  For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email  access@chipublib.org  to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Repeat of the 11 am program! Join us for story time especially for our littlest patrons! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.  For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email  access@chipublib.org  to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Do you need some documents preserved but don't have a laminator? Come on in for the second Thursday of the month for Lamination Station and use our laminator and provided lamination sheets.  Limit: 5 Lamination Sheets per person  Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Join us for a screening of the film A Minecraft Movie A mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master the terrain while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected crafter named Steve. ©Warner Bros - 101 minutes - PG Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Come and play Mahjong at the library. With roots in 19th century China, you'll be sure to enjoy its long-lasting appeal! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

If you are interested in growing your own vegetables, herbs or flowers, we have seeds available for our patrons to take and use at home. There are lots of vegetable seeds to choose from along with a few herbs, flowers and native plants. Stop by any time during our regular hours. Limit 5 packets per household, while supplies last. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Create a Sensory Bottle out of clear plastic bottle add water, soap, glitter, sequins or pom poms to create a unique and fun craft. Shake your Sensory Bottle and feel the calming effects.  For kids 3 to 13 with an adult. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Join us for story time especially for our littlest patrons! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.  For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email  access@chipublib.org  to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Repeat of the 11 am program! Join us for story time especially for our littlest patrons! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.  For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email  access@chipublib.org  to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Come and play Mahjong at the library. With roots in 19th century China, you'll be sure to enjoy its long-lasting appeal! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Learn about the parts of Medicare: What does part A, B, C, & D mean? When should I enroll? If I am working, do I need to enroll in Part B? Are all supplemental plans the same? Find unbiased answers to these and other questions you may have.   Presented by MA3 Healthcare Solutions. For more information, call (708) 484-9545. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Come join us for our Teen Game Night. Come hang out with your pals and play on some of our various gaming platforms like the Nintendo Switch and the Xbox 360. Video games not your thing, then you can choose to play some of our many board and card games. For teens ages 13 to 19. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Do you enjoy modern board games but can't find anyone to game with? Would you like to learn how to play some of the current best-selling games? Join us for the Clearing Board Game Club. Choose from our inventory of modern games or bring your own.    For adults, teens and kids 6 and up. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Due to space limitations, please include the total number of children and adults as attendees when you register. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Create leaf impressions at the library with ink and paint. Take a leaf and apply either ink or paint to create a beautiful impression of nature's wonder: the leaf! Apply leaf print to either card stock or tiny canvas tote bags. Leaves will be provided, but feel free to bring your own if you like. For ages 10 to 19. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Decorate your own sunglasses at the library. Good shades, good vibes, good day! Presented by the teen interns.  Sunglasses and swag provided.   For kids and teens 6 to 17. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Grammy® nominated artist Nanny Nikki loves to sing and to bring life to classic children's songs for early childhood as well as some original music. Join her for a fun, high energy and interactive musical show including sing-along songs, dancing, puppets and more!  For ages 0 to 6. How to Attend Register by 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 22. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Due to space limitations, please include only the total number of children as attendees when you register. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Join us for a screening of the film The SpongeBob Movie (2025). Hoping to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs, SpongeBob follows a mysterious, swashbuckling ghost pirate known as the Flying Dutchman on a seafaring adventure that takes him to the deepest depths of the ocean. © Paramount- 88 minutes - PG Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Come and play Mahjong at the library. With roots in 19th century China, you'll be sure to enjoy its long-lasting appeal! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Learn from local expert Dr. Dominic Pacyga! The Czech community was once one of the most important and fascinating ethnic communities in Chicago. The original community began near Lincoln Park and then moved to the South Loop, and then Near West Side before moving again to Pilsen and beyond. It thrived along Cermak Road and Blue Island Avenue from Halsted to Berwyn. Czech Chicago gave the city its only immigrant mayor, Anton Cermak, as well as many important institutions including Pilsen Park in what was once called Czech California and is known today as Little Village. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Join us for story time especially for our littlest patrons! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.  For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email  access@chipublib.org  to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Repeat of the 11 am program! Join us for story time especially for our littlest patrons! We share songs, rhymes and books, plus suggestions for at-home activities.  For kids 0 to 5 and their caregivers. How to Attend Register by the start of the event. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email  access@chipublib.org  to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

Clearing, 6423 W. 63rd Place, Chicago, IL 60638

Join us for a screening of the film Lilo and Stitch. A live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002 animated classic, “Lilo & Stitch” is the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family. ©Walt Disney Pictures - 108 minutes - PG Community Cinema is at a branch near you! Check out hundreds of other screenings at libraries across Chicago. Accessibility English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing will be available for this screening.